Sams represented Essex for the last three seasons and finished as Blast MVP in 2023 after helping them finish in second place. He also played in the Hundred for Trent Rockets, earning a winner’s medal in 2022.
“It was a priority for us to bring in an experienced foreign player who could contribute with bat and ball,” said Nottinghamshire head coach Peter Moores. “Dan is the perfect player in that sense – he has a unique skill set that we already have in our team, and he will be a great support to Joe Clarke as captain.
“He has the added advantage of having played T20 cricket in England and knowing what it demands of you, as well as handling the pressure of franchise cricket around the world.
“We are excited about what he will bring to the group both on and off the field; our expectations as a club are high in this format of the game and we want to return to the standards we have set for ourselves.” “Dan the group is a great start in building a team that will entertain our fans and win us games next season.”
Nottinghamshire won their second Blast title in 2020 but have not progressed past the quarter-finals since and finished last in the North Group in 2024.
“I really enjoyed my time at Trent Bridge for the Hundred, so it’s great to be back for the Blast with Notts,” Sams said. “My experiences playing at Trent Bridge have always been exceptional – the home fans are passionate and I’m excited to play in front of them.
“The Blast itself is a competition that I love and I am enjoying the opportunity to test myself in the North Group in 2025. I look forward to joining my new teammates when the summer is in full swing.”
